Tuesday, March 6
Prepared Childbirth Class. 6-9 p.m. $75. Avery W. Hall Educational Center, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. Meet other expectant parents at this interactive, four-week course (also meeting March 13, 20 and 27) that includes information about prenatal care, labor and delivery, post-partum care and infant safety. Classes should be taken during the sixth to eighth month of pregnancy. Participants are asked to bring a blanket and two pillows to each class. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126 or register online in the Classes and Events section of http://www.peninsula.org.
Kids and Teens Diabetes Support Group. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free. Wor-Wic Room Avery W. Hall Educational Center, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. The topic this month is “Keys to Diabetes Management” and the speaker will be Debra T. Harrison-Tilghman, CPNP, Pediatric Specialty Services at PRMC. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please call the Diabetes Education Program at Peninsula Regional Medical Center at 410-543-7061 to RSVP.
Monday, March 12
Diabetes Support Group. 7-8 p.m. Free. Avery Hall Education Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. Whether you, a family member or friend has diabetes, this support group, featuring presentations on how to manage and live with diabetes, can help. For information, call the Diabetes Education Program at Peninsula Regional at 410-543-7061.
Wednesday, March 14
Grandparenting Class. 1 to 4 p.m. $20. Avery Hall Education Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. Grandparents play an important role in supporting a new family. Learn how to combine the value of life experiences with updated information on supporting new parents. This evidence-based class will help grandparents learn what is new about infant safety, car seats and how to form a great relationship with their grandchild. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of http://www.peninsula.org.
Friday, March 23
“Becoming a Big Brother and Big Sister.” 6 to 7:30 p.m. $20 per family. Avery W. Hall Education Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. This 90 minute class is well-suited for children three to six years old who will soon have a new baby in the home. The class addresses their important role as a big brother or sister, what to expect with a new baby in the house and safe interactions with baby. The cost of the class is $20 per family Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of http://www.peninsula.org.
Saturday, March 24
Newborn Care Class. 9 a.m. to noon. $40. Avery Hall Educational Center, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. A must for first-time parents, this class reviews survival skills for the first six weeks home with baby. Topics include diapering, bathing, sleeping, calming a fussy baby and more. Dad or another support person is encouraged to attend along with mom. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of http://www.peninsula.org.
Wednesday, March 28
Breastfeeding Class. 6 to 9 p.m. $35. Avery W. Hall Education Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. Learn the basics of breastfeeding, proper positioning of baby, how to avoid common problems, and how to pump and store milk. Mothers are encouraged to bring support members with them. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of http://www.peninsula.org.
Saturday, March 31
HealthFest, An Event For All Ages. 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. James M. Bennett High School, Salisbury. More than 30 free health screenings will be offered by Peninsula Regional Medical Center, along with a kids’ corner and fun walk, vendors, healthy cooking and fitness demonstrations, a free rock wall and obstacle course, a hands-on demonstration of the da Vinci Surgical System Robot and more. ABI (lower body circulation) screenings and prostate screenings with PSA require advance registration by calling 410-543-7139 from March 12-16 between 9 a.m. and noon. Blood glucose and cholesterol screenings require an 8-hour fast. For more information, call 410-543-7137 or visit http://www.peninsula.org.
